Places

8 European Cities Worth Retiring To

Where to retire in Europe, and what makes those eight livable

Jul 21 • Benjamin Hies

Does Ireland Really Pay Americans $96,000 To Live There?

I asked two Irish government departments this very question

Jul 17 • Benjamin Hies

The Problem With Spain

What I tell clients when Spain is at the top of their list

Jul 10 • Benjamin Hies

What $1,000 Buys You: 5 English-Speaking Cities (From Dublin to Auckland)

Five Cities. One Budget.

Nov 13, 2025 • Benjamin Hies

5 Things To Know Before Moving To Europe (Not What You Think)

Spoiler: Not About Money Or Language.

Oct 21, 2025 • Benjamin Hies

Europe City Comparison 2026 (5 Livable Cities Ranked By Cost, Climate, Visa Access)

Real Numbers On 5 Contrasting European Cities.

Oct 14, 2025 • Benjamin Hies

Why the Nordic Countries Attract (and Challenge) Expats

Start Here Before You Go Nordic.

Oct 7, 2025 • Benjamin Hies

5 Dream Destinations Where Rent Is Under $800/Month (+Insider Tips)

Places where you rent money goes further.

Sep 9, 2025 • Benjamin Hies

What $1,000 Buys You: 5 Cities from Lima to San José

Five very different lifestyles on the same budget.

Sep 5, 2025 • Benjamin Hies

What $1,000 Buys You: 5 Cities from Luang Prabang to Zurich

Where your money stretches the most.

Aug 21, 2025 • Benjamin Hies

The 5 Safest Countries To Live In 2026

Countries that stay out of the drama.

Aug 18, 2025 • Benjamin Hies

Where To Move In Case Of World War 3

Safe havens in an unsafe world.

Aug 1, 2025 • Benjamin Hies

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